Description

Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile and important heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative. This compound serves as a critical building block in organic synthesis, particularly for the construction of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various bioactive molecules, including potential drug candidates with anti-malarial, anti-inflammatory, or anti-cancer properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal complexation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental scaffold for novel compound libraries in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Can be used in the synthesis of specialized quinoline-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	486-74-8
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Quinolinecarboxylic Acid; Cinchoninic Acid; 4-Carboxyquinoline; Quinoline-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Quinolincarboxylic acid; 4-Quinoline carboxylic acid; 4-Quinolinecarboxylic acid; Cinchoninsäure (German)
EINECS	207-645-5

Quality Control

Our Quinoline-4-Carboxylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	254 - 258 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.